Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) in North Branch
celebrated its 40th anniversary by setting a new record in
enrollment, serving over 7,000 students for the Fall 2008
Semester.

Officially, the College?s enrollment is 7,110 students, a 7.3
percent increase over Fall 2007. RVCC also set a new record for the
largest full-time enrollment, up 10.7 percent over Fall 2007.

While New Jersey?s 19 community college overall saw a growth in
Fall enrollment, RVCC?s enrollment boom far exceeded the statewide
average increase of 3.3 percent. And while part-time enrollment was
flat at most community colleges, RVCC?s part-time enrollment grew
by 4.3 percent.

?For the second year in row, RVCC is experiencing record
enrollment. It?s not surprising that more and more students,
especially recent high school graduates, are choosing to start
their education at Raritan Valley Community College. RVCC offers a
top-notch education at affordable prices,? says RVCC President Dr.
Casey Crabill. ?Our students are taught by outstanding faculty who
are committed to the success of every learner.?

Of the 7,110 individuals enrolled in classes for the Fall
Semester, 3,399 students are attending full-time and the remaining
3,711 are part-time students.

RVCC, located on Route 28 and Lamington Road in North Branch,
NJ, and serving Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for 40
years, offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates. In
addition, customized training programs and non-credit courses are
available for those seeking personal and professional
development.

The College is committed to offering a quality and affordable
education through effective teaching, liaisons with the community?s
businesses and state-of-the-art technology. For further
information, visit
www.raritanval.edu
.